Sous Chef
Salary not disclosedPosted 1 day ago
Closes in 8 days
About the company
Hilton is a global hospitality company operating hotels and resorts worldwide, including this property in Suva, Fiji. The company has welcomed more than 3 billion guests across its portfolio of brands and has been recognised on the World's Best Workplaces list by Great Place to Work and Fortune.
About the role
The Sous Chef leads daily kitchen operations at the Suva property, with either an Outlets or Banquets focus. This person provides hands-on leadership and in-the-moment coaching to kitchen staff, manages production lists, completes line checks, and expedites service periods. The role also develops and implements seasonal menus, promotional features, and daily specials, while fostering collaboration between Front of House and Back of House teams. The Sous Chef maintains compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol awareness regulations.
Key responsibilities
- Lead culinary team operations: provide hands-on leadership and in-the-moment coaching to kitchen staff, with either a focus on Outlets or Banquets
- Oversee production and service: manage daily kitchen operations, including creating and monitoring production lists, completing line checks, and expediting service periods
- Enhance menu offerings: develop and implement seasonal menus, promotional features, and daily specials
- Promote cross-department collaboration: foster strong, positive relationships between Front of House and Back of House teams to ensure seamless operations
- Provide administrative support: assist with inventory management, ordering, and scheduling
- Uphold regulatory standards: maintain compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol awareness regulations
About the successful candidate
- High school diploma; culinary/hospitality education preferred
- Minimum 5 years cooking experience in Asian, Western, Banquet, Main, or Pastry kitchens at high-standard restaurants or 5-star hotels
- At least 3 years as Chef de Partie or 1 year in a similar role at an international hotel brand
- Strong time management, prioritization, and problem-solving skills under pressure
- Familiar with HACCP standards
- Experience in international chain hotels preferred